Month: April 2016

Today, we are continuing our introduction into the various features of the ‘One Grateful Me’ community. Daily I share one thing I am grateful for via Periscope. Periscope is a live streaming app that allows broadcasters to directly interact with subscribers. Below are a few examples of ‘scopes’ from earlier this year. You can always find my most recent broadcast here. Join us!

#YearofThanks Day #34- Thankful… God has the final say

##YearofThanks Day #42- Thank God for the power to act! #stopcomplaining

Scripture says to rejoice in the Lord always….the thing is in 2013 I couldn’t. Professional, financial, personal and relational challenges filled my heart with such bitterness that it was difficult to find joy in anything. Fast-forward to now (2016) – things have changed! One key to getting out of that pit was remembering what God taught me the years before…. Read more

The pathway towards contentment is not walked alone. We NEED Community and here at ‘One Grateful Me’ we’ve created just that- a community of women learning how to be content one day at a time. I’m often encouraged by the testimonies of others walking this path with me. Each month I’ve invited one woman to share her perspective on this journey.

I’m excited to introduce my dear friend and Author, Nicole D. Miller as the first guest writer on my blog! Let her know what you think 🙂 – Mia

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”(Phil 4:6-7)

I sat on the floor of my bedroom and read this verse over and over again… Read more

Bonus Content Today!!! This month there will be two features on ‘Barriers to Contentment’ Check out this post & let me know what you think!

Scripture: Matthew 6:34 (MSG): “Give your entire attention to what God is doing right now, and don’t get worked up about what may or may not happen tomorrow. God will help you deal with whatever hard things come up when the time comes.”

I’ve been pretty discontent for the past several months… Among the multitude of concerns pressing on my heart have been worries about my future. Looking for greener grass I’ve sought comfort in thoughts like: “Life will be better once this situation is over ” or “I’ll be so happy when A, B or C happens”. Read more